1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Clio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |
